Podcasts about making decisions

Summary In this episode, Andy talks with Dr. Katie Best, leadership coach and author of The Ten Toughest Leadership Problems and How to Solve Them. Drawing on years of coaching leaders across industries, Katie shares practical insights that help you tackle high-stakes leadership moments—especially when a coach isn't available. They explore Katie's SOLVE framework for problem-solving under pressure, the danger of performative busyness, and how to make better decisions when trade-offs and uncertainty rule the day. You'll also hear how to unlock authentic influence without manipulation, foster healthy debate on overly "nice" teams, and support psychological safety in leadership and parenting. Andy and Katie also dig into how to empower women in leadership and how small actions can create big shifts in workplace culture. If you've ever felt overwhelmed as a leader or wished for a coach in the moment, this conversation offers clarity, encouragement, and real tools you can start using today! Sound Bites "You only have power if someone believes that you do." "All interaction is manipulative, but that doesn't mean it's toxic." "Performative busyness is one of the biggest traps for high performers." "Draw the line, or others will draw it for you." "Influence is about being a decent human, not just using techniques." "If you've done the learning, don't let it go to waste." "The idea that people put on an act at work has always fascinated me." "We owe it to ourselves, and if we're leaders of other human beings, we owe it to them as well, to show that it's okay to switch off." "Performative busyness is that kind of, we're never allowed to stop, and if we continue to perform, we keep that idea going that everyone needs to be busy all the time." "We are so much better at learning from positivity than we are from negativity." "We have to recognize that lots of people don't like speaking up in meetings." "It's much easier to do a positive thing than to not do a negative thing." Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:33 Start of Interview 01:45 Early Influences on Leadership 04:33 The Coaching Gap and Why She Wrote the Book 05:47 What Is Performative Busyness? 09:32 How Katie Protects Her Own Focus and Energy 12:00 Introducing the SOLVE Framework 18:00 Making Decisions with Uncertainty 20:40 Power and Influence: What's the Difference? 25:42 Why Influence Techniques Sometimes Backfire 26:43 Encouraging Debate in "Too Nice" Cultures 28:40 Building Psychological Safety on Your Team 31:00 Advice for Women Leaders (and the Men Who Support Them) 34:00 Leadership Lessons as a Parent 35:55 End of Interview 36:25 Andy Comments After the Interview 40:19 Outtakes Learn More You can learn more about Katie and her work at KatieBest.com. For more learning on this topic, check out: Episode 442 with Dominic Ashley-Timms. Excellent ideas on how to coach the people around us—and ourselves. Episode 391 with Adam Bryant. Insightful and engaging stories about how people make the leap to being leaders. Episode 385 with Vanessa Patrick. She wrote a great book about How To Say No. Very empowering. Pass the PMP Exam If you or someone you know is thinking about getting PMP certified, we've put together a helpful guide called The 5 Best Resources to Help You Pass the PMP Exam on Your First Try. We've helped thousands of people earn their certification, and we'd love to help you too. It's totally free, and it's a great way to get a head start. Just go to 5BestResources.PeopleAndProjectsPodcast.com to grab your copy. I'd love to help you get your PMP! Level Up Your AI Skills Join other listeners from around the world who are taking our AI Made Simple course to prepare for an AI-infused future. Just go to ai.PeopleAndProjectsPodcast.com. Thanks! Join Us for LEAD52 I know you want to be a more confident leader—that's why you listen to this podcast. LEAD52 is a global community of people like you who are committed to transforming their ability to lead and deliver. It's 52 weeks of leadership learning, delivered right to your inbox, taking less than 5 minutes a week. And it's all for free. Learn more and sign up at GetLEAD52.com. Thanks! Thank you for joining me for this episode of The People and Projects Podcast! Talent Triangle: Power Skills Topics: Leadership, Coaching, Decision Making, Influence, Communication, Psychological Safety, Conflict, Engagement, Organizational Culture, Team Development, Strategic Thinking, Problem Solving The following music was used for this episode: Music: On Point by Steven O'Brien License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Music: Tropical Vibe by WinnieTheMoog License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Join Landon Lacy as he teaches through Ecclesiastes 8-9, which takes us on a journey to discover how we can discern making the right decisions in a life surrounded by difficulties.Key Verses // Ecclesiastes 8-9—With Passion City Online you can join us live every Sunday at 9:30a and 11:30a! Join us at https://passioncitychurch.com/dc—Give towards what God is doing through Passion City Church: https://passioncitychurch.com/dc/give—Subscribe to our Youtube channel to see more messages https://www.youtube.com/passioncitychurchdc—Follow along with Passion City Church DC: https://www.instagram.com/passioncitydc—Follow along with Pastor Ben Stuart: https://www.instagram.com/ben_stuart_—Passion City Church is a Jesus church with locations in Atlanta and Washington D.C. For more info on Passion, visit https://passioncitychurch.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After more than 80 hours of labor, Erica Wright found herself exhausted, emotional, and determined to keep trusting her body. With the steady support of her doulas (including EBB Instructor Tara Thompson), she discovered that birth doesn't have to go "according to plan" to be powerful.   In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Dekker talks with Erica and Tara about how preparation, advocacy, and teamwork carried them through a marathon labor filled with unexpected turns. From switching hospitals late in pregnancy to finding strength through challenges, their story exemplifies flexibility, informed choice, and the power of doula support.   (05:55) Tara's updates from Atlanta and her path to becoming an IBCLC (09:17) Erica's lightbulb moments from the EBB Childbirth Class (11:22) Switching hospitals at 35 weeks and advocating for the right fit (16:18) Labor begins: prodromal labor, GBS, and waiting for spontaneous birth (24:30) Hospital admission, challenges with staff, and early interventions (32:17) The Pitocin battle and advocating for movement and monitoring choices (35:40) Finding a supportive nurse and regaining freedom during labor (39:53) Tara's night shift: rest, affirmations, and encouragement (44:20) Deciding on the epidural and reframing "failure" as flexibility (49:18) The final stage: rest, relief, and meeting baby (55:12) Postpartum recovery and breastfeeding challenges (01:00:25) Tara's advice for navigating long labors (01:02:43) Erica's reflections on flexibility, intuition, and informed choice   Resources Get in touch with Tara: tarasbirthservices.com | @taras.birthservices Connect with Tara's teammate, Brittany: @wellpreparednest Listen to EBB 146 - How Doula and EBB Instructor Tara Thompson Supports Families in Atlanta Listen to EBB 357 – Making Decisions about Elective Induction of Labor with Dr. Ann Peralta & Kari Radoff, CNM, from Partner to Decide The Evidence on: GBS (Group B Strep): evidencebasedbirth.com/groupbstrep/ The Evidence on: Pitocin During the Third Stage of Labor: evidencebasedbirth.com/evidence-on-pitocin-during-the-third-stage-of-labor/ Epidural during Labor for Pain Management: evidencebasedbirth.com/epidural-during-labor-pain-management/ Learn more about the Evidence Based Birth Childbirth Class: evidencebasedbirth.com/childbirthclass   For more information about Evidence Based Birth® and a crash course on evidence based care, visit www.ebbirth.com. Follow us on Instagram and YouTube! Ready to learn more? Grab an EBB Podcast Listening Guide or read Dr. Dekker's book, "Babies Are Not Pizzas: They're Born, Not Delivered!" If you want to get involved at EBB, join our Professional membership (scholarship options available) and get on the wait list for our EBB Instructor program. Find an EBB Instructor here, and click here to learn more about the EBB Childbirth Class.

BRX Pro Tip: Don’t Agonize Over Making Decisions Stone Payton: And we’re back with Business RadioX Pro Tips. Stone Payton, Lee Kantor here with you. Lee, I’ve always been of the belief that decisions are the lifeblood of your business. Talk a little bit about, from your perspective, the whole process of considering and then […]

This week on the KORE Women podcast, Dr. Summer Watson is joined by Michelle Florendo, who is a Stanford-trained decision engineer, executive coach, and host of Ask A Decision Engineer. Michelle has coached hundreds of leaders across tech, healthcare, and financial services, helping them make high-impact decisions grounded in both data and emotion. We explore the science behind smarter decision-making and why feelings belong in the process, and how to stop second-guessing your next big move. With a background in engineering from Stanford and an MBA from UC Berkeley, she brings a rare blend of analytical precision and human-centered insight.  You can connect with Michelle Florendo on: LinkedIn on Instagram and YouTube at: The Decision Geek and at: PoweredByDecisions.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleflorendo Instagram: https://instagram.com/TheDecisionGeek YouTube: https://youtube.com/@TheDecisionGeek Web: https://www.poweredbydecisions.com Thank you for taking the time to listen to the KORE Women podcast and being a part of the KORE Women experience. You can listen to The KORE Women podcast on your favorite podcast directory - Pandora, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, YouTube, Spotify, Stitcher, Podbean, JioSaavn, Amazon and at: www.KOREWomen.com/podcast.  Please leave your comments and reviews about the podcast and check out KORE Women on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.  You can also learn more about Dr. Summer Watson, MHS, PhD, KORE Women, LLC, the KORE Women podcast, KORE Business Solutions (a Virtual Assistant service) and Cross-Generational Consultation Services by going to: www.korewomen.com. Thank you for listening! Please share this podcast with your family and friends. #KOREWomenPodcast  #DecisionScience #ValuesBasedLeadership  #LeadershipClarity #AskADecisionEngineer 

Life is full of crossroads. Jobs. Moves. Relationships. Direction. Many Christians stress over decision-making because they fear missing God's will. Pastor Jeff and Tiffany discuss how Scripture shows God guiding His people through everyday decisions with wisdom and steadiness. They discuss the four steps that bring clarity and peace, and the five “landing lights” that help believers discern God's voice with confidence. What We Discussed04:11 Double-Mindedness and Spiritual InstabilityJames 1 describes wavering between decisions as “double-mindedness.” He compares it to staggering like a drunk; anxious, unsure, and unstable.05:08 The Wrong Ways We Try to Find God's WillCommon but misguided approaches people use are waiting for emotional tingles, relying on formulas, or looking for mystical signs written in the sky. These methods don't reflect how God normally guides His people.07:00 Four Steps for Discerning God's WillAdmit you need a guide; God leads the humble, not the self-reliant. Ask in faith for direction and listen for God's response. Trust God when you don't understand14:19 The Five Landing Lights of God's GuidancePastor Jeff walks through the five markers that help confirm God's direction:Landing Light #1: A Multitude of Godly CounselorsLanding Light #2: Personal DesiresLanding Light #3: The Peace of the Holy SpiritLanding Light #4: External CircumstancesLanding Light #5: The Word of God22:14 Step 4: Trust God When You Don't UnderstandGod rarely shows the full plan. He often gives light only for the next step. Trust becomes essential when the future is unclear. 23:41 God's Will Is Not HiddenGod delights in guiding His people. The same Shepherd who leads is the One who laid down His life, so His guidance can be trusted fullyBook: Making Life Decisions: Journey in Discernment by Geoff Pound“The Shepherd who directs your steps is the same Shepherd who laid down His life for you. He can be trusted with your next decision.” – Pastor Jeff CranstonWe love your feedback! If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a review. If you have any questions or comments on today's episode, email me at pastorjeff@lowcountrycc.orgVisit my website https://www.jeffcranston.com and subscribe to my newsletter. Join me on Sunday mornings at LowCountry Community Church. Check in with us on Facebook or Instagram @pastorjeffcranstonRemember, the real power of theology is not only knowing it but applying it. Thanks for listening!

When we're navigating uncertainties in life, why do we expect ourselves to always know what to do?In this episode, I'm sharing honest reflections on how to make decisions, especially when the stakes feel high and clarity feels far away. If you're navigating uncertainties in life and are afraid of making the wrong move, if you're overthinking every step, or if you've ever wondered whether you'll miss what God is trying to say… this one's for you.We'll talk about:Why practice matters when making decisionsWhat to do when God gives you just enough light for the next stepHow to look for arrows, not just answersWhen you're navigating uncertainties in life, whether you're finding your calling, trying to get unstuck, or just making big decisions, you don't need to know everything to move forward. Just the next right thing.I'd love to hear from you. If you're new here, this is personal growth for introverts and anyone who needs to move from dreamer to doer.Email me at thedrivenintrovert@shepact.com.Let's grow together.Contact Us Ask a question or leave a comment, visit shepact.com/voicemail Follow me on Instagram at instagram.com/remiroy Email us: thedrivenintrovert@shepact.com Enjoying the podcast? Share the podcast with a friend: shepact.com/TDIPodcast Leave a review: We'd appreciate it if you could WRITE a review for us. Your support and feedback mean a lot to us. Thank you! For driven introverts, introvert leaders, introvert entrepreneurs, dreamers, faith driven entrepreneurs, passionate leaders and anyone who wants to close the gap between where they are and where they need to be. We discuss career development for introverts, networking for introverts, and other pertinent issues to help you grow personally and professionally.

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In this episode, Dr. Killeen unpacks a quote from former GE executive Ian Wilson: “All your knowledge is about the past, and all your decisions are about the future.” It's a powerful reminder that no matter how much data we collect, leadership and dentistry both require a bit of courage—and a willingness to act without full certainty. Dr. Killeen shares how progress often comes not from waiting for perfect information, but from making thoughtful moves and adjusting along the way. Today's takeaway: don't wait for clarity to take action—start small, learn fast, and keep moving forward.To learn more about Dr. Killeen and his two-day event in Lincoln, NE or to connect with him, check out www.AddisonKilleen.com.

Life is full of choices: work, relationships, direction, and sometimes it feels like we're just guessing our way through. But what if you could actually hear God's voice? What if peace, not pressure, could guide your every step? In this message, “Hearing God's Voice And Making Wise Decisions,” you'll discover how to recognize His whisper in the noise, walk with confidence, and live led by the Spirit in everyday life. You don't have to figure things out on your own. Listen now and experience the simplicity and freedom of a life guided by His peace.

Whether you know it or not, there's a hidden force at play in your life. It's called recency bias. It's a phenomenon where we humans place too much emphasis on recent experiences when making decisions. It's present in all areas of our lives, but nowhere as impactful and prevalent as in our finances. We're notorious for allowing recent events and experiences to cloud our judgment and pollute our decision-making skills. In today's episode, host Travis Shelton discusses how this impacts our financial lives, and ways we can combat it. Podcast website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.travisshelton.com/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Daily Blog: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://travisshelton.com/blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to the Daily Blog: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://eepurl.com/gB07Ef Podcast Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/370457478238932⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Travis's Instagram:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/travis_shelton_⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Travis's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/travissheltonco/YouTube:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCasnj17-bOl_CZ0Cb9czmyQTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meaning_over_money

In this episode, Jeffrey encourages leaders to learn how to make decisions with imperfect and flawed data.Each week, Jeffrey will be sharing his knowledge on Service Delivery (Mondays) and Service Management (Thursdays). Jeffrey is the founder of Service Management Leadership, an IT consulting firm specializing in Service Management, Asset Management, CIO Advisory, and Business Continuity services.  The firm's website is www.servicemanagement.us.  Jeffrey has been in the industry for 30 years and brings a practical perspective to the discussions. He is an accomplished author with seven acclaimed books in the subject area and a popular YouTube channel with approximately 1,500 videos on various topics.  Also, please follow the Service Management Leadership LinkedIn page.

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Are you a Highly Sensitive Person under stress? Find out—take the free test at https://trueinnerfreedom.com/ Are you overthinking every little decision — and feeling exhausted by it? If you're a highly sensitive person (HSP), decision fatigue isn't just annoying — it can be deeply draining. But what if the key to making decisions with less stress isn't more logic, but something much quieter? As a highly sensitive person, your thoughtful, thorough nature is a gift — but it can also trap you in analysis paralysis. In this episode, Todd Smith reveals why decision-making is often overwhelming for HSPs and introduces a surprisingly counterintuitive strategy that will help you get unstuck — by turning inward instead of outward. Listen now to discover: The real reason HSPs struggle with decision-making and how to work with your nature, not against it A surprising strategy that involves less data and more trust in your internal compass Three practical ways to reduce decision pressure so you can reclaim your energy and clarity Tap into your inner clarity and start making decisions that feel right — with less stress and second-guessing. Listen to this episode now.   Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit trueinnerfreedom.com and complete the HSP Stress Survey. Gain clarity on your stress triggers and enjoy a free 15-minute Inner Freedom Call designed to guide you toward lasting inner peace and fulfillment. Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom. We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure. Whether you're interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life. Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

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Get our premium episode archive: https://www.patreon.com/ieltssfs What important decisions should be made by teenagers themselves? What kind of decisions do you think are meaningful? Why do some people like to ask others for advice? Do people like to ask for advice more for their personal life or their work? Why are some people unwilling to make quick decisions? Tune in and have a great day! - Book a class with Rory here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://successwithielts.com/rory⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Our course on Phrasal Verbs: https://successwithielts.com/podcourses Transcript: https://linktr.ee/sfspremium Find an IELTS Speaking Partner: https://links.successwithielts.com/ieltspartner Our social media: https://linktr.ee/successwithielts © 2025 Podcourses Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Like most things in life, making good decisions takes practice. We shouldn't shy away from making decisions but My guide to decision making includes:rule out as many options as we can using our non-negotiableskeep emotions out of the process until the very endbring in trusted friends for advice when stuckdon't sit too long waiting to decideDecision fatigue is a real issue and can slow down the process of reaching our goals.To learn more about The Root Brands products, such as Zero-In, Restore, and Clean Slate, go to www.therootbrands.com/confidencethroughhealth Visit ConfidenceThroughHealth.com to find discounts to some of our favorite products.Follow me via All In Health and Wellness on Facebook or Instagram.Find my books on Amazon: No More Sugar Coating: Finding Your Happiness in a Crowded World and Confidence Through Health: Live the Healthy Lifestyle God DesignedProduction credit: Social Media Cowboys

Join us for an enlightening conversation this week with Zorana Ivcevic Pringle, a senior research scientist at Yale University's Center for Emotional Intelligence, as she shatters the myth of creativity as a fixed trait. Her insights from "The Creativity Choice: The Science of Making Decisions to Turn Ideas into Action" guide us through redefining creativity as a choice, empowering us to intentionally cultivate it in all aspects of life. Whether you're an artist or a business professional, Zorana's wisdom will help you recognize and harness your creative potential.We explore the (often overwhelming) challenge of managing an abundance of ideas and the art of creative problem-solving. Learn practical strategies to overcome creative blocks, such as task switching and the innovative concepts of "problem finding" and "problem construction" that encourage redefining challenges for fresh solutions. Explore the vital role of psychological safety in fostering organizational creativity. We discuss how leaders can create an environment where diverse perspectives are welcomed, and emotions are seen as valuable datapoints for decision-making. Through this lens, creativity becomes a continuous series of choices, each an opportunity for originality and innovation. Zorana's insights offer a roadmap for choosing creativity at every turn, leading to more effective and innovative outcomes. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your creative journey with the tools and techniques shared in this episode.What You'll Learn- How to redefine creativity as a conscious choice- Strategies to ignite and enhance personal creativity- Techniques to manage and overcome idea overload- Ways to foster and spark innovation within organizations- The importance of psychological safety in the creative process- Insights into unlocking and realizing one's full creative potentialPodcast Timestamps(00:01) – Creativity is a Choice(15:14) – Navigating Ideas and Creative Problem Solving(31:16) – Unleashing Organizational Creativity(42:23) – Fostering Psychological Safety for Innovation(51:56) – Creativity as a Continuous ProcessKEYWORDSPositive Leadership, Creativity, Innovation, Generating Ideas, The Power of Problem-Finding, Social Connections, Overcoming Creative Blocks, Task Switching, Psychological Safety, Organizational Creativity, Inviting Diverse Perspectives, Emotions as Data, Improving Decision-Making, Continuous Learning, CEO Success

Matt and Paddy answer your Everton questions during this international break special. But there is Blues news to address too. With James Tarkowski's new deal signed, we look at who is next - spoiler, it's Jordan Pickford - and who is making the decisions on who gets new contracts as part of the new recruitment structure. We also reflect on a huge day for Everton Women at Hill Dickinson Stadium - with so much interest in the team, do results need to improve after a tough start to the season? David Weir event: https://tinyurl.com/57mte4ar GET AD-FREE LISTENING: ⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/yc83x2zh⁠⁠ EMAIL: evertonbyline@gmail.com Use discount code TBR25: ⁠https://lgatesphotoshop.com/⁠⁠ #EFC⁠ ⁠#Everton⁠ ⁠#EvertonStadium Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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On today's Thursday Thoughts, Lucy and I are talking about making decisions.There is nothing worse than the pain of indecision. You go back and forth, driving yourself crazy by not deciding. And the truth is that you're never going to know if you've made the 'right' or 'wrong' decision until you've actually made it.In this conversation, Lucy and I talk about our own experiences of decision making, how making decisions quickly is a skill, and why ultimately, whatever decision we make, we will always learn and grow. Plus, even if we make a so-called wrong decision, nothing is set in stone and we have to power to change things.As with so many things, fear is often what's holding us back from making a decision; but when we find the courage to move through the fear and take action, we move forward. Whereas indecision only keeps us standing still.We hope you'll find something useful in here!Love,Polly & Lucy xDownload The Breath Check-Up - your FREE guide to understanding how well you're breathing right now. Download my energising 5 Minute Morning Practice to get your day started in the best way possible. To find out more about my membership The Inner Space go to: https://www.pollywarren.com/theinnerspaceEmail me at: info@pollywarren.comhttps://www.pollywarren.com/https://www.instagram.com/pollywarrencoaching/

Send us a textOn today's Thursday Thoughts, Polly and I are talking about making decisions.There is nothing worse than the pain of indecision. You go back and forth, driving yourself crazy by not deciding. And the truth is that you're never going to know if you've made the 'right' or 'wrong' decision until you've actually made it.In this conversation, Polly and I talk about our own experiences of decision making, how making decisions quickly is a skill, and why ultimately, whatever decision we make, we will always learn and grow. Plus, even if we make a so-called wrong decision, nothing is set in stone and we have to power to change things.As with so many things, fear is often what's holding us back from making a decision; but when we find the courage to move through the fear and take action, we move forward. Whereas indecision only keeps us standing still.We hope you'll find something useful in here!Love,Polly & Lucy xSupport the showOrder my book, SHINY HAPPY SINGLES (UK) / THRIVE SOLO (US & Canada) at: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/book Download my FREE PDF 'The Top 10 Answers To The Most Irritating Questions That Single People Get Asked On The Regular...& How To (Devilishly) Respond'? Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/questions Join the waitlist for my membership, Thrive Solo: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/thrivesolo Check out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Interested in my 1-1 Coaching? Work with me HERE: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/workwithme Join my private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1870817913309222/?ref=share Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivesolowithlucymeggeson/ Email me: lucy@lucymeggeson.com And thank you so much for listening!

Think you're a creative person? Think again. In this episode, psychologist and author Dr. Zorana Pringle explains why most of us are far less creative than we believe—and what to do about it. We explore why great ideas often die before they ever get started, how fear disguises itself as perfectionism, and why creativity has more to do with action than inspiration. If you've ever felt stuck, distracted, or frustrated that your ideas never quite become reality, this conversation will hit home. You'll walk away with a deeper understanding of how creativity really works—and how to finally unlock it. Zorana's book, The Creativity Choice: The Science of Making Decisions to Turn Ideas into Action, is available now wherever books are sold! Learn more about Zorana Pringle at zorana-ivcevic-pringle.com. Support the Show - Become a Patron! Help us grow and become a Patron today: https://www.patreon.com/smartpeoplepodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tired of tracking numbers that never translate to action? Frustrated by repeating the same mistakes in your business month after month? It's time to transform how you approach your monthly business review.A powerful monthly review isn't about creating pretty charts or judging your performance—it's about building a business intelligence system that reveals patterns and informs smarter decisions. Many entrepreneurs fall into two traps: meticulously tracking everything but acting on nothing, or avoiding numbers altogether while wondering why they keep hitting the same walls.In this value-packed episode, we dive into the four questions that will revolutionize your monthly review process: What's working (and why)? What's genuinely not working? What has changed in your business or market? And based on these insights, what should you focus on next? Through real-world examples, we explore how understanding the complete picture—not just isolated metrics—leads to sustainable growth. Like the business owner who mistakenly doubled down on social content when it was actually her email follow-up driving sales, missing the why behind our successes can lead us astray.We also break down which metrics truly matter for service-based entrepreneurs. From leading indicators that predict future performance to operational metrics revealing your business's efficiency, you'll learn to focus on the vital few measurements that actually move the needle. And don't forget the personal metrics—because what's the point of growing a business that leaves you burnt out and miserable?The monthly review process I outline takes just 90 uninterrupted minutes but yields incredible clarity. You'll discover how to translate numbers into actionable insights by examining your calendar, client feedback, and personal energy levels. Most importantly, you'll learn to implement changes through a simple framework: one thing to start, one thing to stop, and one thing to do differently.Remember, every minute you continue in a direction that isn't working costs you money, time, and peace of mind. Success follows speed, and as a small business owner, you control that speed. Ready to build a business that works for your life instead of running it? Start with a monthly review that actually matters.Thanks for listening! Connect With Me:

In this video, I'm talking about A decision-making framework to help ADHD adults overcome overthinking and make clear, aligned choices using a data-driven scoring matrix (yes, I am a nerd).Here's what we cover:• Overthinking stems from a lack of self-trust and leads to paralysis instead of action• ADHD brains paradoxically add more to their plate when feeling overwhelmed instead of simplifying• The solution is a scoring matrix that evaluates options across important metrics like effort, enjoyment, and income• Making decisions data-driven but internally aligned helps you move from spinning to clarity• Focus on making the decision right rather than making the right decision - most choices can be pivoted laterIf you're a late-diagnosed ADHD adult, coach, or entrepreneur looking for strategies that actually work with your brain, this video has practical insights you can implement right away.**ADHD Resources & Coaching**

When you think of creativity, you might think of aha moments, sudden bursts of inspiration, and perhaps the dreaded writer’s block! But creativity isn’t a skill limited to those working in the arts. Author and researcher Zorona Ivecvic Pringle says that creativity is a trait that can build slowly and steadily over time. Zorana Ivcevic Pringle, Ph.D., Senior Research Scientist at the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence. Author of The Creativity Choice: The Science of Making Decisions to Turn Ideas into Action. Today, she joins us for the hour to talk about the science behind creativity and innovation and ways to explore these skills in everyday life. GUEST: Zorana Ivecevic Pringle: Research Center at the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and author The Creativity Choice: The Science of Making Decisions to Turn Ideas into Action Where We Live is available as a podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, TuneIn, Listen Notes, or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe and never miss an episode. This episode originally aired June 26, 2025.Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Standing in your kitchen at 8 PM, staring at unwashed dishes and feeling completely overwhelmed by the simplest decisions? You're experiencing what many women face after divorce which is decision paralysis. Even when you absolutely knew ending your marriage was right, the decision fatigue that comes after can leave you questioning your ability to choose anything from breakfast options to career moves. One of my clients said, "I feel like I used all of my decision-making energy just getting out of my marriage," and this summed up what I hear from so many divorcing women as a common struggle. After spending months or years gathering courage for that monumental life decision, even small choices now carry what feels like impossible weight. The challenge isn't just about making decisions. It's about making them as this new version of yourself you're still getting to know. For years, your decision-making muscles were trained to filter choices through questions like "What will keep the peace?" or "What might avoid conflict?" You learned to put everyone else's needs before your own. Now, you're suddenly expected to decide based on what YOU want except that muscle of knowing yourself, your wants, needs and desires has become weak because of years of ignoring it.  This episode walks you through four transformative steps to break free from post-divorce paralysis: grounding yourself, learning to process emotions, examining limiting beliefs that keep you stuck, and taking small aligned actions to rebuild self-trust. You'll discover that the courage and wisdom that got you through divorce haven't disappeared; you just need to reconnect with those qualities.To download your FREE GUIDE: "7-Day Self Trust Reset" click here. To schedule your complimentary consult with Karin click here. If this podcast resonated with you in any way, please take a minute to follow and give me a rating wherever you listen to podcasts.

What prevents some of us from acting on our creative ideas while others dive right in? That's the question creativity researcher, Zorana Ivcevic Pringle, set out to answer. It's what she writes about in her book, The Creativity Choice: The Science of Making Decisions to Turn Ideas into Action. Zorana is a senior research scientist at Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence. Through her work, she's learned that creativity is a choice, and, when things get hard, we need to employ specific psychological and emotional tools to sustain our efforts. We also need to tap into strong and weak ties for support. If you're looking to unstick your creative capacity, this is the book you'll want to pick up. It's an inspiring read! Episode Links How We Think about Creativity Matters Creativity is a Choice, Not a Trait What Art Teaches Us Interview with Moshe Bar, Episode 214, Curious Minds at Work The Team Learn more about host, Gayle Allen, and producer, Rob Mancabelli, here. Support the Podcast If you like the show, please rate and review it on iTunes or wherever you subscribe, and tell a friend or family member about the show. Subscribe Click here and then scroll down to see a sample of sites where you can subscribe.

Unlock Your 7-Figure Brand: Get Absolute Clarity & Build Your Empire | The Consistency Queen Part 2In this powerful part 2 of the "Unlocking Your Seven-Figure Brand" series, Elsa Morgan reveals why most women settle for what they can achieve instead of going after what they truly want—and how that gap is the reason you feel unfulfilled even when you hit goals.We're diving deep into the #1 most important step to scaling your business: getting absolute clarity on your vision. Your vision is your North Star. It drives your strategy, filters your decisions, and aligns your actions so you can build a legacy business and create generational wealth without burning out.In this episode, you'll learn:• How to define a compelling vision for your life and business (and why it's okay to be "delusional").• The exact framework to use your vision as a filter for every decision—from investments to your inner circle.• Why high-achieving women see obstacles as feedback, not failure.• How to achieve personal alignment so you never quit when it gets hard.• How Elsa is building her own $10M company and how you can replicate her mindset.Mentioned in the video:Ready to stop settling and start building? If you're a high-achieving woman ready for a proven framework and 1:1 mentorship, apply to work with Elsa here: ➡️ https://workwithelsa.com ⬅️// CHAPTERS //00:00 Welcome to Part 2!01:15 The Problem: Settling vs. What You Truly Want05:30 Why Your Vision is Your Business Compass12:45 How to Get "Delusional" Clarity on Your Vision20:10 Making Decisions in Alignment with Your Vision30:05 Personal Alignment: The Key to Not Quitting40:18 Using Your Vision as a Filter for Everything50:00 Are You Ready for Mentorship?// TAGS //#7FigureVision #WomenInBusiness #FemaleEntrepreneur #BusinessClarity #ScaleYourBusiness #Leadership #Mindset #GoalSetting #EntrepreneurMindset #BuildYourEmpireGet my FREE 6-Figure Blueprint:https://www.empoweryouacademy.com/six-figure-blueprintLearn How to build a 6-figure business:https://youtu.be/1Y-lS_iXBjELearn the Rich Habits to achieve six figures in your business:Book: https://amzn.asia/d/5QnmrcqWorkbook: https://amzn.asia/d/huWwrSvFind the The Consistency Queen Podcast here:https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/elsa-morgan-the-consistency-queen/id1503930477Head over to The EmpowerHer Facebook group to join our community of amazing women like you:https://facebook.com/groups/empowerherlegacyShop EmpowerHer Amazon Store:https://www.amazon.com/shop/elsamorgan-theconsistencyqueenFind Elsa everywhere else:Instagram: https://instagram.com/therealelsamorganTwitter/X: https://x.com/realelsamorganFacebook: https://facebook.com/elsabmorgan

Welcome to episode 167 of the Decide Your Legacy podcast, "All Leaders are Afraid, " In this powerful conversation, host Adam Gragg is joined by Tara Jost, owner at Higgins Group, and Kelsey Torkelson, brand relations director at Decide Your Legacy, to tackle a topic every leader faces but few openly discuss: fear. Adam opens up about his own insecurities and explains why vulnerability is not a sign of weakness, but a source of empowerment—especially for leaders.Together, the trio explores how fear manifests in leadership, from avoiding tough conversations to the stress of making decisions that impact others' lives. You'll hear real stories about facing hard moments, why accountability matters at all levels, and how great leaders act despite their fears. Plus, they're sharing three practical tools you can use right away to identify, confront, and move through fear—whether you're leading a business, a family, or your own life.If you've ever struggled with indecision, worried about letting others down, or wondered how to break through a paralyzing fear of failure, this episode is packed with candid insights and actionable advice to help you lead courageously.3 Foolproof Ways To Motivate Your Team: 3 Areas to Focus on as a Leaderhttps://decideyourlegacy.com/how-to-create-positive-productive-workplace/7 Benefits of Being Courageoushttps://decideyourlegacy.com/7-unexpected-benefits-to-facing-your-fears/4 Ways You're Demotivating Your Team: And What You Can Do About Each Onehttps://decideyourlegacy.com/5-things-that-make-work-suck/10 Ways to Encourage People: How to Break The Invalidation Tendencyhttps://decideyourlegacy.com/one-big-relationship-mistake-most-people-make/How to Make Good Decisions: 14 Tools for Making Tough Life Choiceshttps://decideyourlegacy.com/make-good-decisions-part-1/COURSES:Shatterproof Yourself CHAPTERS:00:00 "Facing Fear Empowers Leadership"03:13 Embracing Balance and Growth07:42 Leaders' Universal Struggles and Fears11:02 Solo Advocate for Accountability13:10 Fear of Conversations and Isolation19:17 Overpowering Fear as a Leader20:44 Empowering Choices Over Negativity25:31 "Effective Conversations Over Email Challenges"28:20 Resistance to Change: Accountability Challenges31:11 "Empowerment and Accountability Strategy"34:25 Overcoming Fear with Accountability37:24 Home Stress and Apology Modeling41:05 "Conquer Fear with Commitment" Be sure to check out Escape Artists Travel and tell them Decide Your Legacy sent you!

In this conversation, Tyler Waugh and Garrett Bernethy explore the intricacies of decision-making, particularly for young adults. They discuss the importance of wisdom, the role of prayer, and the necessity of seeking counsel in making decisions. The conversation emphasizes that every decision, big or small, is significant and should be approached with a mindset that includes God. They also touch on the importance of reflecting on one's motives and the impact of decisions on personal and spiritual life. Ultimately, the discussion leads to understanding how to discern God's will in everyday choices

Taylor Otwell, creator of Laravel and CEO of Laravel LLC, joins Robby to reflect on his 14-year journey building and maintaining one of the most popular web frameworks in the world. From its PHP 5.3 origins to a full-time business with a 70-person team, Taylor shares what he's learned about code maintainability, developer experience, and what it means to evolve without overcomplicating things.He discusses the importance of simplicity in software design, why sticking to framework conventions leads to better long-term outcomes, and how his minimalist mindset continues to shape Laravel today. Taylor also opens up about the moment he felt out of ideas, how Laravel's 2024 funding round marked a new chapter, and what it's like to hand off more responsibility while staying involved in the open source core.Episode Highlights[00:01:07] Taylor's Definition of Maintainable Software  Simplicity, understandability, and confidence in making changes are key themes in Taylor's approach to longevity in software.[00:02:13] Kenny vs. the Terminator: A Metaphor for Code  Why Taylor believes software should be disposable and adaptable, not rigid and overbuilt.[00:05:39] Laravel's Unexpected Traction  Taylor shares the early days of Laravel and the moment he realized the project had legs.[00:10:30] Who Laravel Is Built For  Taylor talks about designing for the “average developer” and balancing his own preferences with those of a broader community.[00:14:50] Curating a Growing Project—Solo  Despite Laravel's scale, Taylor remains the sole curator of the open source core and explains why that hasn't changed (yet).[00:18:00] From Scripts to Business  How Laravel's first commercial product came out of a personal need—and pushed Taylor to go full time.[00:20:00] Making Breaking Changes  Taylor explains Laravel's evolution and why he now tries to avoid breaking backward compatibility.[00:25:00] Stick to the Conventions  The Laravel apps that age best are the ones that don't get too clever, Taylor says—because the clever dev always moves on.[00:27:00] Recognizing “Cleverness” as a Smell  Advice for developers who may unknowingly be over-engineering their way into future technical debt.[00:30:00] Making Decisions by Comparing Real Code  Taylor explains why he always brings discussions back to reality by looking at code side-by-side.[00:34:00] Dependency Injection vs. Facades  Why most Laravel developers stick with facades, and how architectural trends have changed.[00:41:00] Laravel's Evolution Around Static Analysis  Taylor talks about embracing PHP's maturing type system while staying true to the dynamic roots of the framework.[00:43:00] A Shift in Laravel's Testing Culture  How Adam Wathan's course reshaped the community's approach to feature testing in Laravel apps.[00:48:09] What Keeps Laravel Interesting Now  Taylor reflects on transitioning from solving his own problems to empowering a larger team—and why that's the new challenge.Resources & LinksLaravelLaravel ChangelogTaylor on X (Twitter)Taylor on BlueskyElements of Style – William Strunk Jr.Adam Wathan's “Test-Driven Laravel” courseThanks to Our Sponsor!Turn hours of debugging into just minutes! AppSignal is a performance monitoring and error-tracking tool designed for Ruby, Elixir, Python, Node.js, Javascript, and other frameworks.It offers six powerful features with one simple interface, providing developers with real-time insights into the performance and health of web applications.Keep your coding cool and error-free, one line at a time! Use the code maintainable to get a 10% discount for your first year. Check them out! Subscribe to Maintainable on:Apple PodcastsSpotifyOr search "Maintainable" wherever you stream your podcasts.Keep up to date with the Maintainable Podcast by joining the newsletter.

In this conversation, Tyler Waugh and Garrett Bernethy explore the intricacies of decision-making, particularly for young adults. They discuss the importance of wisdom, the role of prayer, and the necessity of seeking counsel in making decisions. The conversation emphasizes that every decision, big or small, is significant and should be approached with a mindset that includes God. They also touch on the importance of reflecting on one's motives and the impact of decisions on personal and spiritual life. Ultimately, the discussion leads to understanding how to discern God's will in everyday choices.

In this episode of Passion for Dance, Dr. Chelsea hosts Jason Pickett, a distinguished dance teacher, choreographer, and founder of No Starving Artists. They discuss their shared love for teaching, the evolving landscape of college dance, and the importance of individualism and improvisation in dancer development. Jason delves into the business side of dance, advocating for a collaborative and transparent approach to foster sustainable careers for artists. He also shares valuable insights on awareness, confidence, and the critical role of mental skills in a dancer's success. Listen in for  practical advice for dance educators and aspiring professionals to build confidence in the studio and on stage.   Episode Resources: https://passionfordancepodcast.com/219   New Listener Resource: https://passionfordancepodcast.com   Connect with Jason Pickett:  https://www.instagram.com/heyitspickett/ https://nsadance.com/   Episode Breakdown 00:09 Introducing Jason Pickett 01:30 Jason's Dance Journey 03:00 The Role of Teaching in Dance 05:05 The Impact of Filming Dance Classes 10:35 Challenges in Modern Dance Education 16:33 The Importance of Individualism and Improvisation 19:46 Awareness and Adaptability in Dance 24:17 The Struggle with Comparison 25:54 Building Individuality and Confidence 30:37 Teaching Awareness 32:40 Career Advice for Young Dancers 33:43 Making Decisions and Embracing Failure 39:01 The No Starving Artists Ethos 44:14 Lessons Learned from Dance    

Do we all have some creative ability in us? Yes. Can we learn and grow to be more creative? Yes. Should we all be living as “creatives?” I question this. But what creativity we have, whether it's art, ideas, businesses, innovations, or solutions to problems, how can we best go from the idea or concept, to actually doing and delivering something? I don't want to do something with every creative idea I have, but with the ones that matter, I'd be lying if I said I just made them all happen. I don't always, and I haven't always understood why. Which is why I have for you today, Zorana Ivcevic Pringle. Zorana Ivcevic Pringle is a senior research scientist at Yale University's Center for Emotional Intelligence where she studies the process of making something both original and effective, which is how she defines creativity, and explains how turning those ideas into reality always starts with the choice to act, or what she calls the creativity choice. It is a choice that must be made again and again until one's creative ideas take shape. She has a new book called just that, The Creativity Choice: The Science of Making Decisions to Turn Ideas into Action. In this conversation we discuss not only what it takes to get started with our creative ideas but the psychological and emotional tools needed to sustain the creative process. I really appreciate Zorana coming at this as a true scientist and not telling us it's just easy. She claims the creative process is hard, and when it comes to the original idea and presenting something useful to humanity, I agree. I feel we do a disservice to people when we try to encompass things into a little formula we sell as “easy.” I find few things of value to be very easy. Simple maybe, but seldom easy.  So here we walk through the three parts of Zorana's Creative Process and as you will hear, we discuss the  necessary ingredients, but ingredients you must assemble in a unique way for your unique self. You can find Zorana's book, The Creativity Choice, anywhere, and connect with her at her website zorana-ivcevic-pringle.com Sign up for your $1/month trial period at shopify.com/kevin Go to shipstation.com and use code KEVIN to start your free trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If the decisions you're making should feel good—but don't—it might be because they're coming from a past version of you. This episode reveals how identity misalignment shows up in decision fatigue and what to do about it.You're not failing — you've just outgrown the version of you that's still deciding.This episode unpacks one of the most overlooked reasons high-capacity humans feel stuck: they're making decisions from an identity that no longer fits.If you've ever made a choice that looked right on paper — but felt wrong in your body — this is for you.Julie Holly shares a deeply personal reflection, a powerful client transformation, and the story of The Second Mountain author David Brooks to show what happens when identity shifts but our internal operating system doesn't. You'll walk away with clarity, language, and a next step — not more pressure to push through.Key Takeaways:Why doing the “right” thing still might not feel rightHow your predictive brain traps you in old decision-making patternsWhat your body is telling you when clarity feels just out of reachThe real reason leadership decisions can feel heavier than they shouldA better way to discern your next yes or no — without guiltToday's Micro Recalibration:Reflect on a recent choice — did it come from who you are now, or who you were?Team & Leadership Prompt:“What would change if we made decisions based on who we're becoming — not who we've been trained to be?”Use this in your next meeting or team email to build a culture of identity-level alignment. When everyone is clear on who they're becoming, the collective clarity sharpens.Client Insight:Sometimes, the thing holding you back isn't fear — it's an outdated internal title. When one client stopped seeing himself as a junior partner and started embodying the decision-maker he'd become, everything changed. Not only did he make the hard call — he earned trust and respect because it came from a recalibrated identity.Founder Story — David Brooks:Brooks built his success around external approval — but it nearly cost him everything. His turning point came when he stopped making decisions from who he thought he should be, and began honoring who he was becoming.If this episode gave you language you've been missing, please rate and review the show so more high-capacity humans can find it. Explore Identity-Level Recalibration→ Follow Julie Holly on LinkedIn for more recalibration insights → Schedule a conversation with Julie to see if The Recalibration is a fit for you → Download the Misalignment Audit → Subscribe to the weekly newsletter → Join the waitlist for the next Recalibration cohort This isn't therapy. This isn't coaching. This is identity recalibration — and it changes everything.

Have you ever made a regrettable decision in the moment that you would have made differently if you had given yourself a bit more time and space to reason it through? I think we have all been there. Many are there right now! Every time we decide something in the present based on desperation, impatience, or fear, the future version of ourselves and other, suffer for it. There have been countless examples of owners deciding on hiring, programs, expansion, menu items etc that seemed like a good idea, until the more reasonable future  Today on Shift Break we will be talking about the importance of considering the the downstream impacts of the bright ideas and brain waves we get so present you won't inadvertently sabotage future you's success.  Here are some related episodes to explore:  184 : Making Great Business Decisions w/ Dave Stachowiak 253 : Mindsets that Sabotage Success 414: Secret Ingredients for a Successful Coffee Shop KEY HOLDER COACHING GROUPS ARE LIVE!  Are you a coffee shop owner looking to join a community of other owners to help bring perspective, insight, encouragement, and accountability in a well curated setting?  Then you need to apply to join Key holder Coaching Groups!  Applications are now open for fall 2025 Cohort: Click below to learn more: APPLY TO KEY HOLDER COACHING GROUPS   HIRE KTTS CONSULTING AND COACHING! If you are a cafe owner and want to work one on one with me to bring your shop to its next level and help bring you joy and freedom in the process then email  chris@keystothshop.com of book a free call now:  https://calendly.com/chrisdeferio/30min    Thank you to out sponsors! Everything you need for back of the house operations https://rattleware.qualitybystainless.com/   The best and most revered espresso machines on the planet: www.lamarzoccousa.com    

Needs + values assessment: https://hi.switchy.io/gw-b5 journal prompts: https://hi.switchy.io/gw-TBook mentioned above: https://amzn.to/4myUHp2Ever said yes when you meant no? This video is for you, especially if you have ADHD and tend to make impulsive decisions that you later regret. Learn how to practice more **self control** and **saying no** to avoid **over commitment** and **regret avoidance** using **life navigation** techniques.

Dr. Zorana Ivcevic Pringle is a leading researcher in creativity psychology and author of The Creativity Choice: The Science of Making Decisions to Turn Ideas into Action. In this episode, she unpacks how creativity isn't just a moment of inspiration—it's a series of choices. Whether you think you're creative or not, Zorana shares how motivation, attention, risk tolerance, and constraint shape the process of turning ideas into reality.In this episode, we cover:Creativity Is More Than Ideas: Zorana explains how we've culturally over-glorified the spark of inspiration and ignored the decision-making and execution behind it.The Myth of the “Creative Type”: Creativity isn't just for artists—it's about original, effective solutions in any domain.Why Constraints Boost Creativity: Contrary to popular belief, creativity often increases when we have guardrails that focus and challenge our thinking.The Role of Risk in Creative Work: Zorana breaks down intellectual, emotional, and social risks—and how to increase your tolerance over time.The Two Engines of Creativity: Motivation provides energy, while attention directs it. You need both to make progress on creative projects.Problem Finding vs. Problem Solving: Zorana introduces this lesser-known concept as a key to identifying where creativity can be applied.The Goldilocks Zone of Challenge: Learn how to find the sweet spot between too easy and too hard so your ideas actually move forward.How Social Conditioning Kills Creativity: Early messaging about what counts as “creative” can cause many to opt out before they begin.Building Creative Momentum in Small Steps: Zorana shares her own journey from writing blog posts to eventually publishing her book—and how each step built risk tolerance.Why Total Freedom Can Backfire: New research shows that creativity thrives not in total freedom, but with a balance of structure and autonomy.Whether you're stuck at the idea stage or afraid to start, this episode will help you reframe creativity as a process anyone can engage with—and show you how to make progress one decision at a time.Learn more about Zorana's work at ZoranaPringle.com and find The Creativity Choice wherever books are sold.Connect with Erik:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠This Podcast is Powered By:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Descript⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Descript 101⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Castmagic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ecamm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podpage⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rodecaster Pro⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Top Productivity Books List⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Make sure to grab Shortcasts from Beyond The To-Do List by Blinkist. A Shortcast is a 7-10 min version of a podcast where you get the core takeaways. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Do you ever find yourself stuck in the spiral of overthinking, where every decision feels like a mountain? Whether it's choosing the right business idea, what to have for dinner, or deciding when to take the leap, indecision can quickly drain your energy and time. But here's the thing: the real issue isn't a lack of time—it's the time spent stuck in mental limbo. In this episode, I share a simple but powerful shift to stop overthinking and start making decisions quickly. By recognizing how perfectionism, fear, and uncertainty hold us back, you can begin making decisions confidently—even when you don't have all the answers. Tune in to learn how to reclaim your time, energy, and momentum with swift, decisive action.For more information, transcript, and show notes, click here: jenna.coach/63Join me for a free strategy session by clicking here: https://mom.jenna.coach/applyYou're invited to join us every 2nd Thursday for my free Mom Entrepreneurs Circle. Sign up here: https://mom.jenna.coach/circleKeep up with me on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenna-rykiel and Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/jrykiel3If you enjoy the show, please follow, rate, review, and share the podcast! Your support helps the show reach moms just like you who are ready to quit their 9-to-5 in pursuit of a life and business they love. Click here for instructions on how to leave a review: https://jenna.coach/podcast/podcastlaunchMentioned in this episode:Download this free guide: How to Start a Business (When You Have No Idea What To Do) by clicking here: https://how-to-quit-your-job.captivate.fm/workbookHow to Start a Business Workbook

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In 2004, Madelaine Weiss had a flesh-eating disease, which started as strep throat and extended into her arm. She had a 1% chance of survival. The doctors were threatening to remove her upper right quadrant, but after seven weeks in the hospital and three months off her post at Harvard Medical School, here she is – happy, healthy, prosperous, and productive with a smile. Madelaine Weiss is a Harvard-trained licensed psychotherapist and mindset expert, with an MBA and board certification in executive, career, and life coaching. She is the founder and former chair of The School-Business Partnership, former parenting education facilitator, group mental health practice administrative director, corporate chief organizational development officer, associate director of an educational resource program at Harvard Medical School, and bestselling author of “Getting to G.R.E.A.T. 5-Step Strategy for Work and Life.” "The harder a decision is to make.....  STOP and take time to listen to your inner voice."   Madelaine shares her full story in her interview and points you to building your best adventures in life.  I"A great life depends on a great fit between who we are and the environments in which we work and live." Getting to G.R.E.A.T. is a lively, practical guidebook for living with a proven method that has already changed so many lives. Loaded with science and stories, each information-packed chapter launches with a topic-relevant vignette from the author's own experience, moves to research and practical recommendations on each chapter topic, and concludes with a chapter-specific case example and exercise for personal use.   Beginning with the pivotal event that shaped the trajectory of her work and life, Madelaine Weiss reveals a powerfully effective five-step strategy for satisfaction and success in your own work and life.   DIVE INTO A WORLD WHERE YOU AND YOUR BRAIN TEAM UP TO BUILD THE STORIES OF YOUR LIFE!

In this third and final installment of my conversation with author and Pushcart-nominated essayist and writing teacher (and new mom!) Sheree L. Greer, she said “we're veering into therapy territory now, Kate,” when I asked her if there was anything she was in the process of shifting, which I took as a very good sign that we were getting into some very juicy thoughts! - Being the first person in your family to be pursuing a passion as a career- The genres she's exploring next- The writers who inspire her and why- The work of not getting too attached to specific outcomes and creating a “more positive relationship with the unknown”- Why she hopes her newborn daughter will have a favorite planet- The non-caffeinated morning beverage that's fueling her these days Connect with Sheree on Instagram @shereelgreer. For full show notes with links to everything we discuss, plus bonus photos!, visit katehanley.substack.com. Thank you for listening! And thanks to this week's sponsor, Air Doctor Pro. Visit airdoctorpro.com and use code KATE to save 30% off an amazing indoor air filter *and* receive a free three-year warranty (an $84 value). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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This week, Scott welcomes Dr. Zorana Ivcevic Pringle, senior research scientist at the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and Director of the Creativity and Emotions Lab. They dive into Dr. Pringle’s new book, The Creativity Choice: The Science of Making Decisions to Turn Ideas Into Action, which offers research-backed guidance on transforming imagination into reality. The conversation explores the intersection of creativity, emotional intelligence, and motivation, providing actionable insights to help you overcome internal barriers and pursue your goals with clarity and purpose. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My guest today is Graham Weaver. My guest today is Graham Weaver. Graham is the founder of Alpine Investors, a large private equity firm targeting an interesting market inefficiency. Alpine focuses on the thousands of $20 million revenue businesses whose baby boomer owners want to retire, but lack succession plans. Alpine buys companies and installs 28-year-old military veterans and top MBA graduates as CEOs, leveraging 25 years of intellectual property on how young executives can successfully run established businesses. Alpine's CEO-in-training program is now the most applied-to job at Harvard, Stanford, and Kellogg business schools. We discuss the past, present and future of their unique approach. Please enjoy my conversation with Graham Weaver. For the full show notes, transcript, and links to mentioned content, check out the episode page⁠⁠ here.⁠⁠ ----- This episode is brought to you by⁠⁠ Ramp⁠⁠. Ramp's mission is to help companies manage their spend in a way that reduces expenses and frees up time for teams to work on more valuable projects. Go to⁠⁠ Ramp.com/invest⁠⁠ to sign up for free and get a $250 welcome bonus. –  This episode is brought to you by⁠⁠ AlphaSense⁠⁠. AlphaSense has completely transformed the research process with cutting-edge AI technology and a vast collection of top-tier, reliable business content. Invest Like the Best listeners can get a free trial now at⁠⁠ Alpha-Sense.com/Invest⁠⁠ and experience firsthand how AlphaSense and Tegus help you make smarter decisions faster. – This episode is brought to you by⁠⁠ Ridgeline⁠⁠. Ridgeline has built a complete, real-time, modern operating system for investment managers. It handles trading, portfolio management, compliance, customer reporting, and much more through an all-in-one real-time cloud platform. Head to⁠⁠ ridgelineapps.com⁠⁠ to learn more about the platform. ----- Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (⁠⁠https://thepodcastconsultant.com⁠⁠). Show Notes: (00:00:00) Welcome to Invest Like the Best (00:05:13) The Journey to Private Equity (00:06:59) Early Influences and Personal Growth (00:09:54) The Power of Wrestling and Rowing (00:11:45) Choosing Your Path and Making Decisions (00:14:48) College Goals and Rowing Success (00:18:05) Lessons from Early Business Ventures (00:26:24) Founding Alpine and Early Challenges (00:34:46) Core Beliefs and Talent Development (00:39:07) Fun Board Meetings and Team Dynamics (00:40:42) Platform Building 101 (00:44:08) Talent and Training Programs (00:49:12) Employee and Customer Engagement (00:52:27) Financial Outcomes and Asymmetric Returns (00:55:52) Incentivizing Young CEOs (01:00:26) The Role of Emotional Intelligence (01:02:45) The Alpine CEO in Training Program (01:03:40) Teaching at Stanford and Influential Mentors (01:07:58) Helping Students Find Their Passion (01:10:22) Visualizing Your Future Self (01:11:19) Scalability of Coaching (01:12:15) Personal Growth Through Teaching (01:16:16) The Role of Executive Coaching (01:24:45) Lessons from a Bad Deal (01:31:50) Daily Routines and Success (01:36:13) The Future of Private Equity (01:35:24) Unleashing Heroes at Alpine (01:38:09) The Journey of Building Alpine (01:41:31) The Kindest Thing Anyone Has Ever Done For Graham